Ndubuisi F. Nwodo, Charles C. Nwafor, Okafor K. Oluchi, Ifedi I. Charles, Jacob A. Akpan & Felix O. Ogbo·Biotechnology Journal International·2026
Backgrounds: Heavy metals like lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) are toxic environmental pollutants that cause serious health effects, particularly neurotoxicity, organ damage, and carcinogenic risks. Their combined exposure can enhance toxicity through synergistic interactions, increas...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2867
Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogen mainly responsible for many nosocomial infections. The pathogen has the ability to produce a diverse range of virulence factors to establish infection in the host. Keeping these points in mind, the present study aims to isolate...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2865
Zinc (Zn) and Iron (Fe) are essential nutrients, and their deficiency can cause stunted growth, weakened immunity, and anaemia. Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.), a nutrient-rich legume, contains high levels of Zn and Fe, making it a valuable crop for addressing micronutrient deficie...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2866
Despite its advantages, soilless cultivation faces various biotic and abiotic constraints that can reduce production. This study aimed to identify the diseases affecting soilless tomatoes and evaluate their effects on the production. The UC 82 and the EAGLE F1 varieties were used...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2862
In Chad, mango is a socio-economic pillar, yet the sector suffers from massive post-harvest losses. Artisanal solar drying is the primary value-addition method, although its effects on nutritional quality remain poorly documented. This study evaluates the biochemical value of dri...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2863
Crude oil pollution remains a persistent environmental challenge in Ubeji, a suburb of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria located adjacent to the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company (WRPC). Continuous contamination necessitates regular assessment and sustainable remediation s...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2864
The food industry, especially the dairy industry, has been investing in and developing new products with functional properties, with the aim of offering the population a healthier diet. Among these foods, yogurt stands out for its high nutritional value. Thus, the objective of th...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2861
Aim: Globimetula cupulata, a parasitic shrub that grows widely in Nigeria, is commonly used in ethnomedicine to treat fever, malaria, high blood pressure and diabetes mellitus. This plant was investigated for probable activity against Cx. quinquefasciatus larvae as there is curre...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2859
Introduction: The agarwood tree, also known as the incense tree (Aquilaria crassna Pierre ex Lecomte), is a valuable specialty tree that grows naturally in Vietnamese forests. It is classified as a rare and precious timber tree (Group 1A) requiring conservation and prohibited fro...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2860
The current study assessed the impact of microbial inoculation on vegetative growth, flowering traits, fruit physical properties, yield, and oil percentage of olive trees grown in saline soil at olive collection farm located in the Al-Moghra area of Matrouh Governorate, Egypt. co...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2858